Nursery Assistant

Education Authority - Northern Ireland

Job Location:

Carrickfergus - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

PERSON SPECIFICATION

NOTES TO JOB APPLICANTS

You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question how and to what extent you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria where relevant.
You must demonstrate how you meet the criteria by the closing date for applications unless the criteria state otherwise.
The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is outlined in the table below.
Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below using the information provided by you on your application form.
Please note that the Selection Panel reserves the right toshortlist only those applicants that it believes most strongly meet thecriteria for the role.
In the event of an excessive number of applications the Selection Panel also reserves the right to apply any desirable criteria asoutlined in Section 3 at shortlisting in which case these will be applied in the order listed. It is important therefore that you also clearly demonstrate on your application form how you meet any desirable criteria.

SECTION 1 - ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

The following areessentialcriteria which will initially be measured at the shortlisting stage and whichmay also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form how and to what extent you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

Factor	Essential Criteria	Method of Assessment
Qualifications and Experience	Option 1: Hold a minimum of a Level 2 (or equivalent)* qualification in a relevant area from a recognised accredited awarding body. *Qualification must be at Certificate or Diploma level. Award level is not acceptable. AND Have a minimum of 6 weeks experience which has been gained either through working in a formal learning environment or through a placement completed as part of your level 2 (or equivalent) qualification.	Sifting by Application Form Sifting by Application Form and verified at Interview
Knowledge	Demonstrate a working knowledge of: Health and safety requirements Development needs of children and/or young people. Child protection and safeguarding	Interview/Assessment
Skills	Evidence of the following skills to support child-centred learning and assist with the management of the learning environment: Effective planning and organising skills. Ability to follow agreed systems and plans. Ability to work as part of team Ability to work flexibly and creatively to help ensure a child-centred learning experience. Effective and positive communication skills.	Interview/Assessment
Behaviours	Ability to build positive and supportive relationships. Empathy Confidentiality	Interview

SECTION 2 - DESIRABLE CRITERIA

Some or all of the desirable criteria may be applied by the Selection Panel in order to determine a manageable pool of candidates. Desirable criteria will be applied in the order listed. You should make it clear on your application form how and to what extent you meet the desirable criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

Factor

Desirable Criteria

Method of Assessment

Qualifications and Experience

Experience (options)

Additional working experience in a formal learning environment.
Experience of working as a Classroom Assistant with pupils in a early years or foundation stage setting.
Ability to use digital technologies to assist in learning and the preparation of resources

Sifting by Application Form

DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND

The Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups (Northern Ireland) Order 2007 defines working directly with children or young people or in specified places as regulated activity.

In the event that you are recommended for appointed to a post that involves regulated activity the Education Authority will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure of Criminal Background. Please note that youWILLbe expected to meet the cost of an Enhanced Disclosure Certificate. Details of how to make payment will be sent to you at the pre-employment stage.

Further information can be accessed atNI Director the Department of Justice.

APPLICANT GUIDANCE NOTES

To view the applicant guidance notes please clickhere.

To learn about the many great benefits of joining the Education Authority click here.

The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:Nursery Assistant

REPORTS TO:The Principal through the class teacher

JOB PURPOSE

Under the direction of the class teacher assist with the educational support and care of the children in a designated class in or outside the classroom.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The precise duties of the post will be determined by the Principal and may include all or some of the duties listed below.

CLASSROOM SUPPORT

Under the leadership of the teacher work as part of a team to promote the efficient running of the class.
Be aware of confidential issues linked to home/child/teacher relationships as relevant and keep confidences appropriately.
Establish a supportive relationship with the children and parents.
Assist under the leadership of the teacher children learning as effectively as possible both indoors and outdoors through for example;

- clarifying and explaining instruction.

- ensuring the children are able to use equipment and materials/resources provided.

- participate in motivating and encouraging the children as required.

- participate in supporting identified areas for development e.g. physical skills language behaviour etc.

To contribute to the planning implementation and review of all areas of the curriculum as directed by the teacher.
Under the leadership of the teacher prepare learning materials and resources.
Under the leadership of the teacher contribute to the planning preparation and display of the childrens work.
Contribute to the observation recording and evaluation of childrens progress records as directed by the teacher.
Set up clear away and regularly clean equipment.
Participate in classroom activities including groups of children or individual children under the direction of the teacher.
Participate in special events/activities such as school visits.
Positively promote positive behaviour in accordance with school policy.
Ensure and promote as far as possible a safe environment for children.
Assist with toileting personal hygiene and dressing of children.
Provide supervision/support including the administration of routine prescribed medicines and drugs for children who are ill and deal with minor cuts and bruises.
Report to the designated Child Protection Officer in the school any signs or symptoms displayed which may suggest that a child requires expert or immediate attention in line with the boards/schools child protection policy.
Contribute to the planning purchase and preparation of daily snacks taking account of the schools/Boards Healthy Eating Policy.

ADMINISTRATION

Assist with classroom administration e.g. collecting dinner money lost property etc.
Provide regular feedback about the children to the teacher.

OTHER DUTIES

Attend relevant in-service training and disseminate appropriate information to colleagues.
Participate in regular staff meetings and staff training days as required.
Be aware of school policies and procedures and under the leadership of the teacher contribute to the implementation and review of school policies and procedures.
Such other duties as may be assigned within the level of the post.
Participate in a supporting role in the training of non-teaching students.

This job description will be subject to review in light of changing circumstances and is not intended to be rigid and inflexible but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the individual works. Other duties of a similar nature and appropriate to the grade may be assigned from time to time.

In accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act (1998) the post-holder is expected to promote good relations equality of opportunity and pay due regard for equality legislation at all times.

To view the summary of terms and conditions for this post clickhere.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

PERSON SPECIFICATIONNOTES TO JOB APPLICANTSYou must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question how and to what extent you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desir...